This one Michelin star restaurant prepares exquisite sushi with the best locally sourced produce with remarkable skill and some deft subtle twists.

In the heart of the old town around the port of Leith, enjoy Michelin-starred dining as this superchef gives the best Scottish produce a classic French twist. Wishart has another restaurant on beautiful Loch Lomond.

Seasonal produce is the name of the game at this Michelin-starred restaurant, the signature restaurant in celebrity chef Tom Kitchen’s repertoire. Located in a converted whisky warehouse in Edinburgh’s Leith waterfront, Kitchin’s ‘nature to plate’ ideology showcases the finest Scottish ingredients with classic French undertones in an award-winning menu.

Chef Scott Davies leads a team that celebrates the finest produce Skye has to offer by land and sea, prepared using ancient Nordic and haute Scottish techniques.

Hidden away in the quiet village of Port Appin, on the shores of Loch Linnhe in Argyll, Chef Michael Leathley serves traditional Scottish delicacies and local seafood fresh from the pier the restaurant overlooks.

Designed by Willie Campbell, updated by DJ Russell, The Machrie combines the beauty of a traditional links course with the challenges of a modern one.

At the southern tip of the Isle of Staffa is a natural cave set amid basalt columns, producing a unique echo that has influenced artists from Mendelssohn to Pink Floyd.

Drop anchor off the majestic Isle of Skye to visit the seat of the Clan Donald, once Scotland's largest and most powerful. Expect history, myth and legend.

Scotland's oldest continuously inhabited castle has been the ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod for over 800 years. Art, history and the 'Fairy Flag' of invincibility.

A great spot to drop anchor. A barely inhabited, unspoilt island with dramatic scenery. In fine weather head to the south facing coast and explore the ruins of Gylen Castle.

One of Scotland's most dramatic anchorages is almost enclosed by granite slopes against the imposing, scarified backdrop of the peaks of the Skye's Black Cuillin.

Perched on the shores of Loch Harport, Talisker delivers the peaty smokiness for which scotch whisky from Skye is renowned. Expect tours, special vintages and more.

A pristine stretch of white sand and turquoise water that rivals anything the Caribbean has to offer, nestling in a rugged unspoilt coast.

A stunning sandy beach at the mouth of a beguiling lagoon perfect for family paddling and exploring. An absolute gem.

A boomerang of immaculate sand hugging the west and north coasts of this delightful little island community in the Outer Hebrides.

A beautiful sandy cove backed by undulating dunes speckled with wild orchids and facing out across the wide Atlantic. It's the island's premier surf spot.

Sample some of the best seafood in the world at the Loch Bay Restaurant on the Isle of Skye. With a contemporary twist on traditional Scottish Highland cuisine, the emphasis is on fresh fish dishes enjoyed in a picture postcard position on the edge of the loch in Stein.

You don’t get more prestigious than this Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant on the Isle of Eriska. Enjoy spectacular views over your yacht and the private island estate as you feast on mouth-watering cuisine.

The Michelin-starred Number One restaurant at legendary hotel The Balmoral combines old-school glamour with seasonal Scottish fare. Signature dishes here include North Sea Cod and Langoustine, immaculately and thoughtfully prepared to ensure the ultimate fine dining experience, accompanied by faultless service in this magnificently grand setting.

Delve into a surprise five or even eight course tasting menu at the Michelin-starred Condita. Epic flavours ooze from seasonal, organic ingredients, locally sourced from a 19th century walled garden in the Scottish Borders. Local meat and fish are used wherever possible, while their own forager provides wild ingredients and wines are hand-picked from small-scale organic or bio-dynamic producers.

Just an hour’s drive from both Glasgow and Edinburgh, the iconic Gleneagles hotel plays host to Restaurant Andrew Fairlie, the only restaurant in Scotland to hold two Michelin stars. The signature smoked lobster dish, served over whisky barrel chips, has to be the finest example of French and Scottish cuisine combined.

This unassuming 16th Century coaching inn hosts the eponymous award-winning, Michelin-starred restaurant. Lose yourself in the extensive wine list accompanied by a six-course tasting menu or opt for an à la carte menu filled with seasonal dishes.

Located near the water’s edge, it is no surprise that seafood features heavily on The Cellar’s testing menu. A Fife local, head chef Billy Boyter showcases quality Scottish ingredients, prepared using traditional cooking methods, to create a seasonal menu that changes daily depending on the catch.

Literally translating to ‘eat well’ in Gaelic, Cail Bruich is one of the newest additions to Scotland’s growing list of Michelin-starred restaurants, and the first in Glasgow for more than two decades. Head Chef Lorna McNee brings her Gleneagles experience to the city restaurant with a fine, seasonal Scottish menu.

Located on the western edge of Scotland and looking out at the Inner Hebrides, The Kilberry Inn offers comforting favourites in a relaxed setting. Think cosy log fires, and heart-warming dishes (the restaurant holds a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand award) including Scottish beef, pheasant and herbs and salads from the garden.

Lying to the east of Edinburgh on the southern shores of the Firth of Forth, The Bonnie Badger plays host to the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand restaurant The Stables. The regularly changing menu, designed by Chef Patron Tom Kitchin, features seasonal produce like Highland Wagyu burger and locally sourced fish pie. Hearty food in a stunning setting.

Another Bib Gourmand establishment by the seemingly ubiquitous Tom Kitchin, The Scran & Scallie showcases seasonal pub classics punctuated by the ‘nature to plate’ philosophy for which Kitchin is known. Think Sunday roast and fish pie, alongside barbequed octopus and duck terrine, to name just a few of the contemporary takes on traditional classics.

For a fresh interpretation of local Scottish produce, sample the Asian-inspired dishes at Edinburgh’s Noto. Another Michelin Bib Gourmand holder, the menu focuses on small sharing plates, using Scottish ingredients prepared and cooked with Asian flair to great effect. Fluffy sesame prawn toast with bonito flakes, North Sea crab with a rich, Umami sauce, and buttermilk-fried rabbit with miso mustard are just a few starters of note that may pique your taste buds’ interest.

It is widely believed that the modern game of golf was born in Scotland, with the first 18-hole course and the rules of golf both formed here. Home to over 550 golf courses, even the islands in the north have 14 courses between them. However, for those on a Scotland yacht charter, playing golf on the world-famous Old Course at St Andrews, the Home of Golf, has to be the ultimate bucket list experience for every golfer.

The Championship Course at Carnoustie is another mecca. Also located on Scotland’s east coast, just north of St Andrews, this challenging links course is also known as “Golf’s Greatest Test”, but the rewarding vistas from the tees and fairways are worth the pain of a potentially high score.

For those cruising the west coast and the islands, the Old Course at Royal Troon Golf Club is renowned worldwide as one of the best links courses. With rolling fairways interspersed with deep, rough gorse, the course provides a stern test for any golfer. Having hosted The Open seven times, 2023 will see the world’s best players fight it out on the famous par 3 8th hole once again.

Indulge in a top-to-toe treatment in Scotland’s best spa. The complementary and alternative therapies harness nature and are derived from the herbs and plants to be found locally on the Gleneagles estate and surrounding countryside. Indulge in the full wellbeing experience and spend time before and after your treatment discovering the selection of heat experiences including saunas, steam rooms, and the vitality pool.

For those looking for a spa treatment while cruising the far west coast, the acclaimed Stables Spa on the private island of Eriska offers an oasis of tranquillity ashore. Harvesting local ingredients from the island and the nutrients of the sea, the treatments available here are designed to refresh and regenerate your senses, leaving you fully relaxed and ready to soak up your surroundings back on board.

While cruising the Hebrides, spend a few days ashore exploring the Argyll Coastal Route. This 130-mile drive is one of the most scenic in Scotland, taking in all the lochs and islands from Loch Lomond to Fort William. Catch some incredible sunsets over the water, stop off to visit the Neo-Gothic Inverarary Castle on the shores of Loch Fyne and round off the trip with a hike up the foothills of Ben Nevis – the UK's highest mountain.

Jam-packed with activities, stately homes and the occasional castle, the 90-mile drive from Carlisle to Edinburgh is one of the most stunning drives in the country. Discover incredible vistas at almost every vantage point, including Sir Walter Scott’s favourite writing spot, Scott’s View. There are plenty of walks along the way, including the 1,400 acres of grounds that surround Scott’s home, Abbotsford House, and Dalkeith Country Park, home to herds of deer and birds of prey.

To discover Scotland’s famous Highlands, with a few whisky distilleries en route, this 120-mile route is a long, scenic one but well worth the time. From Aberdeen, head north to Craigievar Castle, said to be the inspiration behind the castle in Walt Disney’s Cinderella. Drive on through the Cairngorms National Park into some of the most dramatic Highland scenery, with steep climbs and sharp turns through the carved landscape of its misty mountain ranges.

Scotland’s answer to America’s route 66, the North Coast 500 follows a sweeping loop around the whole northern tip of Scotland. From Inverness to John O’Groats and right across the top of Scotland before heading south again, this 516-mile route is for those with a few weeks to spare. Elevated roads provide open views of the North Sea before heading south, passing rugged mountain ranges and sweeping glens, stopping off to explore pretty villages and ancient sites along the way.

Tucked into Lagavulin Bay on the south coast of the Isle of Islay, in the shadow of Dunyvaig Castle, is this famous distillery. Turn up for a taste and see what happens.

In the bay next to Lagavulin to the east is the Laphroaig Distillery, rumoured to be a favourite of HRH Prince Charles. Alongside the peaky, smoky taste is a fascinating note of seaweed, some say. Find out for yourself.

On the northern tip of the Isle of Arran, at the head of Lochranza and overlooked by the picturesque ruins of 16th century Lochranza castle, is the Arran distillery. A newcomer, founded in 1995, it has since opened a sister distillery at Lagg in the south of the island.

Overlooking the marina in the picture-postcard port of Tobermory on the Isle of Mull is a single malt distillery founded in 1798 that produces two whiskies and has recently added a gin. Something for everyone.

If history is your bag then Edinburgh is the place to head for centuries-old traditional watering holes, including The Whiski Rooms (not a typo) just off the world-famous Royal Mile.

The Grassmarket is named after the hay-trading square in which Edinburgh’s hangman’s gallows was once located. This traditional pub, allegedly haunted, is ghoulishly named after the last hanging.

This is one of a swathe of trendy cocktail bars have joined the city's thriving nightlife scene, cementing the city’s status as a cosmopolitan European capital.

Themed on a Prohibition-era Speakeasy bar inside a barber's shop, this tucked-away bar serves creative cocktails, craft beers and very decent wines.

Both of these districts positively buzz with energy after dark with pubs, bars and clubs to suit every taste, expectation and level of exclusivity. Build a night to remember.

Home to numerous pubs, bars and clubs, Scotland’s main city and arts hub showcases plenty of live performances, music, and DJs. Join the party.

On Kerrera's sheltered east coast is an aptly named bay. On the southern arm is the ruin of an iron age fort with wonderful views up and down the Sound of Kerrera or you can seek refreshment in the tea rooms.

This is a pretty sea loch on the sheltered eastern side of the Mull of Kintyre with views across to the Isle of Arran and the Firth of Clyde. Nearby Campbeltown was once dubbed the whisky capital of the world with 34 distilleries and the three that remain all offer tours. Head across the peninsula to play Machrihanish's classic golf links.

Drop anchor between the isles of Mull and Iona and step ashore at St Columba's Bay, where Irish prince Columba stepped ashore in 563 AD to found Christianity in Scotland. Don't leave without taking the tender to Fingal's Cave on the island of Staffa, the acoustics of which inspired Mendelssohn to compose The Hebrides Overture in 1829.

This one Michelin star restaurant in Stavangerm Norway, prepares exquisite sushi with the best locally sourced produce with remarkable skill and some deft subtle twists.

Chef Sven Erik Renaa, pioneer of the exciting New Nordic food movement, won his second Michelin star in 2020, which tells you all you need to know about the chef’s creativity and the quality of the cuisine at Re-naa.

Enviably located at the head of the impressive Geiranger fjord, Brasserie Posten serves high quality food made from the best, freshest, locally sourced produce.

This is a one Michelin star restaurant serves classic French cuisine in the theatrical, dramatic setting of Stockholm’s beautiful opera house.

Bergen's only Michelin-starred restaurant creates dishes made from organic produce sourced from the region’s fishermen and farmers. The chef’s seasonal menu depends entirely on what the best produce is on any given day.

Famously Friðheimar celebrates the not-so-humble tomato, with three different varieties cultivated in the greenhouses where guests dine among the tomato plants themselves.

This intimate, nine-cover restaurant in Norway serves seasonal dishes that are every bit as colourful as the modern art that hangs on its walls. Complete with a very fine wine list with clever pairings Tango is a must visit dining experience during any luxury yacht charter to northern Europe.

Chef Niklas Ekstedt is another devotee of the back-to-basics New Nordic school and his seasonal menu at Ekstedt in Sweden is differentiated by his signature use of fire, using wood, charcoal, smoke and ash.

Based in an atmospheric former warehouse, and a quayside barge in the summer months, Apotekergata is a seafood restaurant that serves the best seasonal catches of the day. Excellent halibut, crabs and fish soup.

Celebrate traditional Norwegian dried, salted fish on the historical quay Skateflukaia, next to the ferryport, with great views of the Ålesundet canal, Molja lighthouse, outer islands and the North Atlantic beyond.

South of Bergen in the Austevoll municipality, Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri is an award-winning restaurant is known for its seasonal cuisine using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

A fixture in the fishing town of Ålesund since 1987, Sjøbua’s seasonal menu changes is built around the best produce available on the day.

On the slopes above Geiranger with spectacular view of the fjord and the mountains, Westerås restaurant is in a traditional barn that dates back to 1603. It’s a great starting place for mountain treks too.

Set in a tiny fishing village on a small island in the Atlantic, and celebrating fresh, locally sourced produce, Knutholmen is one of the best fish restaurants on the west coast.

The hotel on the shores of Gloppen Fjord dates back to 1866 and its restaurant uses fresh local ingredients, from nearby Nordfjord and farm suppliers within a 3km radius.

At the head of Sognefjorden, the Skjolden Hotel restaurant serves home-smoked venison, veal beef, trout and salmon, herbs from the hotel's garden, fruit and veg from the village’s farm and delicious crayfish from Lustrafjorden.

Take the tender to this premium seafood restaurant, complete with a raw shellfish bar, on an island southwest of Bergen. Expect clever dishes, passionately prepared, on a ‘meteorological menu’ inspired by the weather of the day.

Dine at Lysverket, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Bergen’s Kode 4 art museum with views overlooking a lake and a park. Choose from long or short menus to enjoy dishes that make local ingredients sing.

Enjoy majestic views down Hardanger fjord through floor-to-ceiling windows as you dine on expertly prepared Norwegian and international dishes at Rosendal Fjordhotel AS.

Based in the Baroniet Rosendal, which dates back to 1665, expect fresh ingredients from the Rosendal garden that inspire the dishes served in the Rosendal Greenhouse for lunch and the Blue Dining Room for dinner.

Take the tender to the hotel’s own harbour and enjoy breath-taking views of the Hardangervidda mountain plain, the Folgefonna glacier and down to the Hardanger fjord. Taste the flavours of Norway with an international twist at Hotel Ullensvang.

Jump in the tender and let the crew drop you at the quay of this relaxed restaurant, joyously located on a tiny spit of land beneath vertiginous cliffs. Distant views of Preikestolen and a cooling mist from the nearby Hangjane waterfall too.

Scandinavia’s first-ever winner of the Bocuse d’Or in 1993, Bent Stiansen, works with his chef Torbjørn Forster to create a six-course menu shaped entirely by the best Norwegian produce available on the day.

Enjoy spectacular, breath-taking views from this natural rocky ledge 604m above Lysefjord. It’s a must-see attraction for visitors to Norway.

Snæfellsjökull glacier is one of the most picturesque glaciers in Iceland cloaks a 700,000-year-old volcano rising 1,446m above sea level. Now dormant, it last erupted in 250AD.

Known the world over Ilulissat Icefjord has been UNESCO-listed since 2004. This is the sea mouth of the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the few in Greenland that reaches the ocean.

Those with a head for heights will love Trolltunga, or Trolll’s Tongue, a rocky ledge 700m above Lake Ringedalsvatnet. Feeling energetic? The 27km, 10-hour trek has become one of Norway’s most popular.

Another Icelandic UNESCO site, Thingvellir National Park is definitely one that Game of Thrones fans will recognise., this is where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are slowly moving apart.

With fewer than one hundred residents, Qassiarsuk is a UNESCO-listed village has some of the finest Viking era reconstructions outside mainland Europe. Sheep still graze on the verdant grass that caused the Vikings to give the country its name.

Strokkur, Iceland’s most visited active geyser is one of three major attractions on the Golden Circle sightseeing route, along with Gullfoss Waterfall and Thingvellir National Park.

Fascinating artefacts reveal Greenland’s archaeology, history, art, and culture at the Greenland National Museum and Archives. There is also much to learn about its ancient ruins, graveyards and buildings.

On one of the Vestman Islands on Iceland’s south coast, this golf course is set in an old volcano, is a wonderful test of golf and perfect for any active charterers.

If you’re looking for activities, Deplar Farm has everything you need. You can go skeet shooting, paddleboarding, fat-biking, horseback riding, surfing and kayaking, while you enjoy a massage.

Live life the Viking way in Njardarheim, an authentically recreated village from 1,000 years ago when Vikings ruled northern Europe. Experience their clothing, construction techniques, traditions, religion, food and crafts.

Under an hour’s hike takes you to Þríhnjúkagígur, the only dormant volcano anywhere that enables you to enter the magma chamber itself. Reach the opening and there’s a 120m cable car ride right down into the chamber. Fascinating.

Walk up the 418 steps from the Town Park to Aksla, go by car or take the City Train up to Fjellstua and you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the town of Ålesund, the archipelago and the Sunnmøre Alps from the town’s own mountain, Aksla.

The famous Blue Lagoon, a geothermal oasis in the middle of a lava field, is also home to the Retreat Hotel and its famous spa. The highlights are hammam-like cleansing and a private area of the lagoon.

Ulriken is the highest of Bergen’s seven mountains at 643m. Take the famous cable car for wonderful views across the peninsula and beyond.

Hike up to the abandoned farm of Skageflå, one of Norway’s most scenic routes, and enjoy wonderful views across Geirangerfjord to the famous Seven Sisters Waterfall.

Once significant as one of the main routes between the eastern and western Norway, Norway's Grand Canyon is breath-takingly beautiful any time of year.

Hike the Via Ferrata from Loen, seen to the left, to the peak of Mount Skåla, a 1,848m mountain that delivers amazing views of glaciers, fjords and mountains.

Langfoss, a 612m waterfall, which empties into the River Tjørna, is one of Norway’s natural wonders and one of its largest. An easy hike to the top promises very special views.

Bondhusdalen is known to be one of the most beautiful of the several valleys below the Folgefonna glacier. Don’t miss the transfixing icefall at the valley head, reflected in the glacial meltwater.

A short boat trip and an easy hike take you to the easily accessible head of the Nigardsbreen glacier in Western Norway where you can explore the fascinating forms and colours of a glacier.

Hornelen is Europe’s highest sea cliff rises a giddy 860m from the ocean, and a fairly challenging hike delivers panoramic views of fjords, mountains and off-lying islands.

The highest peak in Lysefjord, at 1,084m above sea level, Kjerag is an iconic because of the wedged Kjeragbolten boulder. It’s also a magnet for rock climbers and base jumpers.

This hydroelectric plant has a popular hiking trail with a challenging 4,444 wooden steps known as the Flørli stairs. Once above the treeline, you will enjoy wonderful views across Lysefjord and, in the west, Preikestolen.

Looking southeast from the southernmost of the three summits of Saksa, across the settlement of Urke and across Norangsfjorden to Øye. Saksa, known as The Scissors for its appearance from Øye, is a fabulous hike.

Anchor off this traditional Norwegian fishing town in the Lofoten Islands and take the tender ashore where the local helipad can transport you to the pristine slopes on the Swedish/Norwegian border.

The most easterly island of the Svalbard peninsula, indeed the whole of Norway, is where to go to spot polar bears and walrus. You will need an armed guide if you go ashore.

Step ashore to explore Iona Cathedral. Iona is well known as being ‘The cradle of Christianity’ in Scotland. The Isle of Iona also has sandy beaches, excellent walking opportunities and a variety of wildlife.

The port of Reine in the Lofoten Islands is the ideal spot to jump ashore for the Reinebringen trail, a three-hour hike there and back that rewards with spectacular views.

Anchor off the east side of the island and take the tender into Fingal’s Cave, an atmospheric sea cave of hexagonally jointed basalt where, in 1829, Felix Mendelssohn was inspired to write the overture Hebrides.

Take the tender for a tour around the islands, step ashore to enjoy some contemporary arts at the KaviarFactory gallery and visit the football stadium, one of the world’s most scenic grounds.

Anchor in this dramatic bay and go ashore to explore the foothills for some spectacular views of the landscape. Try your hand at fishing for common species such as pollock, saithe and mackerel to enjoy on board later.

Anchor here and take to the tenders to go whale watching. Look out for sperm, pilot and minke whales, orca too. Glance up and you’ll see puffins, eagles and gannets in abundance.

Outside the summer months, when the island is protected, this is where you can see hundreds of walrus hauled out onto the island’s southern tip

At the top of Ersfjorden is a glorious sandy beach where, weather permitting, you can hike around the frozen waterfall loop before returning for a beach BBQ or hot chocolate and the chef’s best cakes

Explore the beautiful city of Tromso then climb the 1,200-step Sherpa Staircase to summit Storsteinen where you will have a great chance of seeing the Aurora Borealis lighting up the sky above the city

The Dove Restaurant is a casual fine dining restaurant located in a renovated historic West Indian Cottage. It is considered a 'must try' when visiting Tortola.

Join the locals at the BVI's version of a British Pub. Victorian era furnishings meet Caribbean cuisine at this salt-of-the-earth establishment.

Brandywine Estate serves up Mediterranean bistro cuisine overlooking the stunning Sir Francis Drake Channel in a refined atmosphere.

Combining Caribbean cuisine with an American twist, the restaurants at Scrub Island Resort will not disappoint. From al fresco dining to a steakhouse atmosphere, there is a menu item for everyone.

Located just minutes from the Virgin Gorda Baths, CocoMaya is a laid back yet chic beach bar and restaurant overlooking Spring Bay. Sit around the fire pits as the sun goes down or enjoy a lazy lunch in this idyllic setting.

This restaurant located at Peter Island Resort offers beach-side dining for a variety of appetites. Be sure to stop by on Sunday afternoons when a steal drum band can be found serenading the restaurant.

Tradewinds is Peter Island Resort's signature restaurant specialising in bistro and Asian-Caribbean cuisine.

Oil Nut Bay has a variety of restaurants to experience. Whether you're looking for a beach club restaurant or lounge cuisine, there is something for everyone.

The Wreck of the RMS Rhone is an exciting dive site off of Tortola. The wreck has sat in this location since 1967 but sections are amazingly still intact. You will see turtles, giant green moray, and octopi exploring the depths alongside you.

Named for the granite boulders forming sheltered ocean pools on the edge of the beach, The Baths are natural wonder. Created by volcanic activity and erosion over time, the granite has been shaped into huge smooth boulders to be explored.

Cistern Point is an exciting dive site to see coral reefs teaming with all kinds of tropical fish. As a relatively shallow site, snorkelling is also spectacular.

This speck of heaven lies just southeast of Jost Van Dyke. Gin clear waters, soft white sand, it's a must-see on your British Virgin Islands' itinerary.

The legendary home of the Painkiller cocktail is named after guests who anchored in Jost Van Dyke's White Bay and swam ashore for refreshment.

Drinks, dishes, calypso and more, right on the beach with its own quay on Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke. Who knows? You may be serenaded by Foxy himself.

A floating frat party tucked away in the southeast corner of The Bight, Norman Island. From lunch to late, expect piratical behaviour.

On the eastern edge of Norman Island's The Bight, you can enjoy snorkelling off the beach, Mediterranean dishes with a Caribbean twist and live music.

On the northern coast of sleepy Anegada this boutique hotel and beach club is the place to change down a few gears. There's also a shuttle to the famous lobster joints at Setting Point.

Stretched along the sandy shore of Cooper Island's Manchioneel Bay, this laid back restaurant, bar and beach club has its own brewery and a boutique selling local craft items.

Experience the Caribbean the Carib Indians knew on this completely undeveloped island. Explore the abundant wildlife above and below the waves and hike up John James Point to enjoy panoramic views.

A perfect arc of sand all but inaccessible by land, fire up the tender, explore the reef then enjoy a BBQ on the beach with the sand between your toes.

Well sheltered bay with excellent snorkelling throughout and good diving at Brewers East on the bay's northern tip. Expect a more laid-back feeling than Cane Garden Bay to the south.

Dazzling white sand beach, good snorkelling away from the main anchorage inside the reef and a very popular stop thanks to the legendary Soggy Dollar Bar, home of the famous Painkiller cocktail.

Excellent shelter provided by Frenchman's Cay hill in this deep bay on Tortola's western tip. Head ashore to explore the bars, shops and restaurants in the marinas.

Drop anchor and head over to the famous Willy T's for some frat-boy fun, take the tender around Treasure Point to snorkel the caves or head over to Pelican Island to snorkel or dive The Indians.

From this north-facing bay you can see Dead Chest Island, where legend has it that Blackbeard marooned 15 men with nothing but a bottle of rum and an idea for a song. Some tried to swim ashore and this bay is named after them.

Drop the anchor here to dive the Caribbean's most famous wreck, that of the RMS Rhone, which ran aground in 1867 while trying to escape a hurricane. The wreck lies between 10-26m.

Take a VIP tour of these beautiful islands and enjoy bird's-eye views of reefs, beaches and the thousands of small yachts that sail these fair winds.

Most of the BVI's most iconic destinations have National Park protected status, including The Baths on Virgin Gorda, the wreck of RMS Rhone, Mount Healthy and Sage Mountain.

Enjoy the authentic taste of the BVIs at the Callwood Rum Distillery on Cane Garden Bay, which has operated continuously for over 400 years.

The Dove Restaurant is a casual fine dining restaurant located in a renovated historic West Indian Cottage. It is considered a 'must try' when visiting Tortola.

Bagatelle, in the heart of Gustavia in St Barth, brings French cuisine, fine wines, and legendary atmosphere to the harbour.

Celebrate locally grown and sourced ingredients at this exquisite restaurant on St. John in the US Virgin Islands where even the herbs are grown on site on site. All the fish is freshly caught and the name of the fisherman that caught you seafood is proudly listed next to the dish.

Spanish-Cuban cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients at a restaurant founded by an artist and a sommelier. Enjoy the refined touches in this upscale restaurant at anchorage in Cuba.

Enjoy dinner on Martinique Islands where executive chef has Michelin-star experience and brings his previous influences together into a prix-fixe menu continuously evolving with the freshest ingredients.

Run by a French chef with a taste for travelling, you will find an entirely unique menu at Hibernia Restaurant. Merging fresh seafood of the Caribbean with Asian influences and French flavours, this is a truly special restaurant in Anguilla.

Brandywine Estate serves up Mediterranean bistro cuisine overlooking the stunning Sir Francis Drake Channel in a refined atmosphere.

This internationally recognised brand is known for its five-star, white glove stays and dining experiences, and the Eden Roc Cap Cana is no exception. There are three restaurants offering fine dining, a bar and grill style, and a seaside option.

Enjoy relaxed beachside fine dining overlooking Cowpet Bay, the St James Marine Reserve, and wildlife sanctuary after a St Thomas anchorage. Sip a Sunkissed Senorita cocktail for your aperitif, start with the conch fritters or crab cakes, opt for the house favourite Surf and Turf or freshly caught wahoo before your Ice Cream Waffle Sandwich.

This 4.4-mile trail is a moderate hike great for getting to know the island of St John one of the best anchorages in the USVI. You will encounter sugar mill ruins, tropical forests, birds and other wildlife and waterfalls along the way.This 4.4-mile trail is a moderate hike great for getting to know the island of St John. You will encounter sugar mill ruins, tropical forests, birds and other wildlife and waterfalls along the way.

Opened in 1976, this golf course is renowned as one of the most scenic in the Caribbean. The 18-hole, par 71 set along Half Moon bay is flanked by views of the mountains.

The Wreck of the RMS Rhone is an exciting dive site off of Tortola. The wreck has sat in this location since 1867 but sections are amazingly still intact. You will see turtles, giant green moray, and octopi exploring the depths alongside you.

Santo Domingo is now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded in 1498, it is one of the first post-Columbus colonial towns. Its grid pattern of blocks created the model for cities across the New World.

Take the gondola ride from St Thomas port up to Paradise Point for the best views of the harbour. Enjoy a cocktail on the observation deck where you can drink in the Caribbean views and watch the liners, yachts are the seaplanes come and go.

One of the best anchorages in BVI, The Baths are a natural wonder. Created by volcanic activity and erosion over time, the granite has been shaped into huge smooth boulders that form sheltered ocean pools on the edge of the beach, just waiting to be explored.

An evergreen contender on the list of the world's best beaches, this northwest-facing beach on the north side of St Thomas is found at the apex of a protected bay. The perfect Caribbean anchorage, the waters are classic Caribbean blue with green foliage lining the bay.

This uninhabited island has sandy beaches, corals, tropical fishes and sea turtles. Anchoring at Dog Island, Anguilla means you can discover a variety of cactus, birds and even a desert airstrip.

Nonsuch Bay is a popular anchorage on the eastern shore of Antigua. At the mouth of the bay is Green Island which is a private island that has been owned by the Mill Reef Club since 1947.

For anyone considering St John USI anchorages, Trunk Bay is a must. Over a quarter mile of pristine white sand and underwater coral formations beneath turquoise waters and backed by dense forest, this is one of the most photographed beaches on the island.

Sandy Island is barely more than a sand bar peaking up over the water. This Anguilla anchorage is the perfect place to spend the day and set up a beach barbeque or grab a rum punch at the bar on the island.

This speck of heaven lies just southeast of Jost Van Dyke. Gin clear waters, soft white sand, it's a must-see on your British Virgin Islands' itinerary.

The legendary home of the Painkiller cocktail is named after guests who anchored in Jost Van Dyke's White Bay and swam ashore for refreshment.

Famous beach club that has become the place to see and be seen on St Barth. You can easily while away an afternoon here dining on a fresh and light menu, drinking rose, and lounging in the chic surroundings.

Drinks, dishes, calypso and more, right on the beach with its own quay on Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke. Who knows? You may be serenaded by Foxy himself.

On the northern coast of sleepy Anegada this boutique hotel and beach club is the place to change down a few gears. There's also a shuttle to the famous lobster joints at Setting Point.

Stretched along the sandy shore of Cooper Island's Manchioneel Bay, this laid-back restaurant, bar and beach club has its own brewery and a boutique selling local craft items.

A perfect arc of sand in the British Virgin Islands all but inaccessible by land, fire up the tender, explore the reef then enjoy a BBQ on the beach with the sand between your toes.

Hibernia's much-travelled French chef delivers fresh Caribbean seafood with a French accent and Thai and Japanese influences.

Dine within sight of your yacht at this overwater restaurant on Falmouth Harbour. A fusion of Asian, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours in brought to live with fresh, high quality, farm-to-table ingredients. Great cocktails and a special win list.

The restaurants at Eden Roc are lead by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten and he is involved in all aspects of the menu at each of the hotel's three restaurants.

Great cocktails and classic grill-house fare with Caribbean touches like conch ceviche, crayfish and lobster, served on a shaded terrace on the beach overlooking Shoal Bay.

A laid-back Mediterranean-style beach club romantically located on Love Beach with views across the Caribbean to Montserrat, Redonda, St Kitts and Nevis. Fabulous for sunsets and don't miss the famous Sunday parties.

This renowned beach club is the place to see and be seen on St Barth. Let the afternoon glide by while dining on a fresh, light menu, drinking rose and lounging in chic surroundings.

An award-winning restaurant serving elevated Caribbean cuisine with Asian twists. Enjoy cocktails and mocktails on the terrace overlooking Crocus Bay Beach.

Perched on a promontory between Coco Beach and Valley Church Bay, this is a fun restaurant with beach-club vibes and Chef Jamal Warner's fresh, local menu inspired by the Mediterranean.

Chef Jean Imbert celebrates authentic French West Indies cuisine at this Cheval Blanc hotel restaurant. Responsibly caught seafood is elevated by regional herbs, spices and vegetables and served on a terrace overlooking Plage de Flamands.

This home-turned-restaurant serves Caribbean fusion cuisine with Asian influences in a Moroccan-style lounge and veranda with live music.

Overlooking Dutchman's Bay on the island's east coast, Cecilia's has a relaxed atmosphere with live music, lounge chairs, and a breezy terrace. Great for a delicious seafood lunch.

This open-air restaurant has wonderful views across Anse de Grand Cul-de-Sac. Sip on a cocktail before dining on Chef Raffaele Lenzi's contemporary Italian cuisine.

The restaurants at Cap Juluca serve up vibrant island flavours with fresh ingredients cut from the resorts' own garden. Enjoy a romantic dinner for two or a laid-back afternoon at the pool bar or beach club.

This establishment has been serving up authentic French cuisine with a Caribbean twist for over four decades. Chef Patrick's cuisine never fails to delight.

Villa Marie Saint-Barth has fabulous views from its location atop a hill in the north west of the island. Expect French classics with an ancestral West Indian twist such as foie gras with rum from Marie Galante and scallops and Colombo spices.

Enjoy sea views from every table at this three-tiered restaurant serving Mediterranean dishes that celebrate the sea. Try the smoked wahoo pâté, slow-roasted eggplant with a rum glaze, curried conch and grilled octopus.

Located on the sands of Anse de Grand Cul-de-Sac, this restaurant serves modern European cuisine in two locations, one air conditioned dining room and another on the beach.

Set on the salt flats in the south of the island, Chef Jean-Claude Dufour brings innovative Provençal dishes to a romantic terrace close to Saline Beach.

Just off the harbourside, this bar serves freshly baked pastries for breakfast, bar food, like burgers and paninis throughout the day and tapas from early evening.

Also called Les Saintes, this seven-island archipelago offers wonderful anchorages with reefs for snorkeling, cultural sites, tasty bistros and white sand beaches ashore.

This restored military battery offers iconic views over English and Falmouth Harbours. There is a great hike to the lookout for a bit of exercise and the sunsets here are legendary.

The Emerald Pool is tucked away deep in the Morne Trois Piton National Park. It is fed by mountain streams rushing from a waterfall and filtered sunlight above turns it emerald green.

Opened in 1976, this 18-hole, par 71 golf course is one of the Caribbean's most scenic, with views across to Antigua and backed by mountains.

Named after Rio's Sugar Loaf, Pain de Sucre is a beautiful beach in Les Saintes at the base of a steep, rocky hill. Access by land is difficult so it's perfect for those afloat.

At 3,792ft, Mount Liamuiga is the highest point on St Kitts and still an active volcano. There are hiking trails to the top, uniqwue flora and fauna and incredible views from the top.

Play around on this Greg Norman-designed course, unwind with some treatments at the 12-suite Sorana spa then dine on locally sourced Caribbean dishes overlooking Rendezvous Bay.

Hike across this small island to find protected bays for anchoring. Enjoy stunning views from the top of the island are the ruins of Fort Josephine.

Nevis itself is a volcano and its conical shape reaches up into the skies. With no eruptions in recorded history, the jungle thrives and there are some fantastic hiking trails.

Ancient rocks sculpted by nature guard the entrance to English Harbour. There's some great snorkelling here with colourful fish, corals, sponges and some fun swim-throughs.

The Soufrière Hills are a complex system of active volcanoes. It erupted spectacularly in 1995 and hasn't stopped since.

This National Park on the northeast side of Barbuda is home to the famous Indian Cave where you can see Arawak petroglyphs.

Located on Terre-des-Haut Island, the 18th century Fort Napoleon overlooks the bay of Les Saintes. Now it has a museum and visitors can hike to the top of the hill to see what remains of the fort and the exotic cactus gardens.

This National Park offers hikes, historical sites, tours, and access to the local wildlife on Guadeloupe.

Baie de Saint-Jean in St Barth is one of the most popular beaches and anchorages during a Leeward Islands yacht charter. Home to Eden Rock and Nikki Beach, this stunning stretch of glorious sands is great for watersports and spotting low-flying aircraft as it's at the end of the island's runway.

A large, popular anchorage in the Leeward Islands, Nonsuch Bay Antigua is well sheltered by a barrier reef and Green Island, making it a popular place to escape during your luxury superyacht charter.

Crab Hill in Antigua is great for charterers who want to make the most of sunbathing and watersports. On a clear day there are great views of Montserrat Island as well.

A picture-perfect desert island beach bar on a speck of sand north of Long Bay. Sip an expertly mixed rum cocktail and listen to live steel drums as you lunch on ribs, crayfish, lobster, groupewr, snapper and mahi mahi, all freshly grilled to perfection.

North west of Anguilla is Dog Island, an uninhabited spot comprising of three small sandy cays, corals, tropical fish and sea turtles. Away from the coast curious charterers will be able to have fun spotting different cactus and birds.

A restaurant that celebrates locally grown and sourced ingredients where even the herbs are grown on site on site. All the fish is freshly caught and the name of the fisherman that caught you seafood is proudly listed next to the dish.

Relaxed beachside fine dining overlooking Cowpet Bay and the St James Marine Reserve and wildlife sanctuary. Sip a Sunkissed Senorita cocktail for your aperitif, start with the conch fritters or crab cakes, opt for the house favourite Surf and Turf or freshly caught wahoo before your Ice Cream Waffle Sandwich.

Owner Tom Miller encourages Chef Daryl Hanna's creativity to elevate sensational local produce that encapsulates its farm-to-table ethos into an eclectic ever-changing menu celebrating the Caribbean.

Freshly-homemade pasta is the signature at this St Thomas staple where Tuscan flavours and hospitality are always on the menu. The vibe is rustic yet sophisticated combining local seafood with traditional Italian herbs and spices in a way that simply sings.

Originally a pure tapas establishment, gradually appetisers and entrees have made it onto a menu that changes every day to reflect the finest local produce found that very day. Pair with fine Spanish wines to complete the experience.

The Old Stone Farmhouse, a 200-year old plantation field house, is where Chef Justin Werle uses the best local produce in his classic cooking to produce dishes like seared salmon and filet Oscar topped with lump crab and Hollandaise.

Take the gondola ride from the port of St Thomas up to Paradise Point for the best views of the harbour. Enjoy a cocktail on the observation deck where you can drink in the Caribbean views and watch the liners, yachts are the seaplanes come and go.

This 4.4-mile trail is a moderate hike great for getting to know the island of St John. You will encounter sugar mill ruins, tropical forests, birds and other wildlife and waterfalls along the way.

An evergreen contender on the list of the world's best beaches, this northwest-facing beach on the north side of St Thomas is found at the apex of a protected bay. The waters are classic Caribbean blue with green foliage lining the bay.

Yacht Haven Grande, in the eastern corner of the bay that serves the island's capital Charlotte Amalie, is the primary marina on St Thomas and where most USVI charters start.

Located on the northern side of St John, this beach is over a quarter mile of white sand and underwater coral formations. It is one of the most photographed beaches on the island thanks to the turquoise waters, pristine white sand, and dense forest directly behind it.

A National Wildlife Refuge on the southwestern tip of St Croix, this is a two-mile stretch of white sand with no facilities but a fantastic spot for hiking and spotting over 100 species of birds. Between April and August the beach is closed entirely as it is a critical nesting habitat for the endangered leatherback turtle.

With over a mile of unspoilt sandy beach on the south coast of St Croix, this is a great swimming beach, popular with locals at the weekend, and there's some super snorkelling towards Batiste Point at the beach's eastern end.

On the northern side of St Croix, this is a fantastic family beach with bars and restaurants laying on live entertainment in the evenings. Snorkel the coral garden just offshore or day-dive the Wall, rated one of the finest drop-off dives in the Caribbean.

Dine on dishes that put a French twist on Caribbean classics in The Cliff at Cap, under open-sided cabanas on a cliff with to-die-for views of the sunset. Or head down to Smugglers Cove Beach to the Naked Fisherman, to enjoy grilled steaks and spectacular seafood on a palm-topped terrace.

Michelin-starred executive chef Nicolas Magie reimagines his tasting menus depending on the day’s finest and freshest ingredients. Expect contemporary flair and culinary excellence.

Overlooking the placid waters of Rodney Bay Marina, this restaurant serves Mediterranean standards reflecting the widely travelled Chef Jacques’ experience.

With views across the bay to Fort-de-France, this restaurant serves carefully thought-out contemporary Mediterranean dishes on a lovingly curated menu that changes every month. Great cocktails and a peaceful setting too.

On the waterfront in Vigie Marina, tucked away in the north of Castries Harbour, Coal Pot’s French Chef Xavier creates dishes with French flair and Caribbean roots. Try the St Lucian speciality, crab-back.

Sip a Ti punch cocktail and peruse the fusion ‘mer et terre’ menu that includes some fabulous French-Caribbean seafood dishes, cooked and ceviche, and some great duck, beef and lamb options from the grill.

Get the flavour of the Caribbean with an expert-led rum tasting before dining on a selection of Caribbean and Mediterranean dishes in the first-floor Rum Cave overlooking the idyllic bay, or heading down to the marina-side Grill for Mediterranean cuisine starring local produce.

James Beard award winner Chef Allen Susser delivers tropical fusion dishes that celebrate local produce and change with the seasons. Its elevated position creates a wonderful sunset experience too.

In the evening shadow of Petit Piton lies the cacao-growing Rabot Estate, a lush UNESCO World Heritage Site with the Hotel Chocolat at its heart. Try tuna with garlic cacao butter, a nine-course chocolate tasting menu and sip a Rum Old Fashioned with cocoa bitters digestif while overlooking the jungle below.

Nestled in the Rabot Estate, this contemporary resort sits on a high ridge above Sugar Beach. Enjoy fantastic views of the Pitons as Chef Nigel Mitchel dazzles with Caribbean cuisine fashioned from produce sourced from local farmers.

Looking north across the forest canopy over the bay Cul-De-Sac des Roseaux, award-winning Chef Rudy Réclair is an alchemist playing with the flavours of the island. The freshest fish and seafood are the specialities.

This rustic bamboo-built restaurant sits in the garden of Fond Doux Estate. Traditional Creole cuisine is served, plantation to plate, like Lamontagne's Sous Kaye, which is octopus and conch in a garlic, pepper and onion broth. Don’t miss the chocolate made from its farm-grown cacao.

A wide, well-sheltered anchorage in the shadow of Petit Piton. Feeling super-fit ? Take the tender ashore and find a guide to tackle the tough trail to the top of Petit Piton for some jaw-dropping views. For an easier ride, a tender trip to Sugar Beach, south of the Piton, will reward.

This anchorage, quite shallow at 5-7m, is well sheltered from the north and east. The clean water and long sand beach has a few eateries ashore for lunch. Pick the right season and you might spot turtles as they come ashore to nest.

An unmissable anchorage known for its blissful beach, shoreside villas as much as the legendary Basil's Bar. Unforgettable and exclusive refreshment with fine entertainment on tap.

Anchor off Princess Margaret Beach and enjoy pristine shallow, sheltered waters and a fine sand beach. Take the tender north around Princess Point to visit the floating bar!

Admire spectacular sunsets as you dine on French grilled classics from a shaded beachside terrace overlooking the Grand Anse d’Arlet. Stick around as the beats turn up and the dancing begins.

Thought of as one of the island’s most beautiful beaches, this well-sheltered, palm-backed arc of blonde sand has amazing views. Swim around to Petite Anse des Salines for sunset.

In a spectacular setting between the UNSECO-listed Pitons, this resort, set in 100 acres of unspoilt rainforest, offers five dining options from sophisticated lounge bars to beachside terraces. There’s also a Rainforest Spa with wellness treatments and yoga.

Stroll through the lush botanical gardens and enter the Spa Village where contemporary products and innovative treatments combine with relaxation techniques handed down through generations of islanders.

This colonial planter’s mansion in the Lucian style offers guests views across the fields of sugar cane to the Ilet St-Aubin. Classic French cuisine with the best produce from the fields and seas around it.

The island’s iconic twin peaks, Gros Piton and Petit Piton, at 2,530ft and Petit Piton at 2,438ft respectively, rise vertiginously from the Caribbean clad in dense rainforest. Explore by foot for some spectacular views or admire them from the deck.

At the centre of this Jean-Philippe Thoze-designed botanical garden is a traditional Creole mansion. Those with a head for heights can enjoy the tree canopy walkway.

On the east coast’s Caravelle peninsula overlooking the Baie du Tresor sit the ruins of a 17th century castle. It has a difficult past and legend has it that the estate owner used to lure ships into the shoals using a lantern and loot the wreckage. Today it is a historic monument, a micro-museum and audio tours are available as well as a walk to a historic lighthouse with great views.

At 4,583ft, this volcano is the highest point on the island. Though still active, and infamous for the 1902 eruption that killed 30,000 in minutes, the last eruption was in 1929 and today it has many hiking trails delivering impressive views to nature-loving hikers.

On the tranquil shores of a lagoon sheltered by a reef, guests can indulge in a three-star spa with Guerlain treatments. There’s a restaurant on site too.